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Josh Barnett reveals Bloodsport XIV opponents for War Raiders

Posted: Aug 1st 2025 By: Josh Nason

Erik & Ivar of the War Raiders now have their opponents confirmed for this Saturday’s Bloodsport XIV, confirmed by Josh Barnett on Thursday night.

Erik will take on 1 Called Manders while Ivar will face Royce Isaacs in singles matches as part of the 1 PM card in Rutherford, New Jersey, during WWE SummerSlam weekend in the area. It will be the debuts for both Erik and Ivar in the unique format.

Manders has competed in the format once before against Barnett, but not on an official Bloodsport event. Isaacs is a Bloodsport veteran with Saturday being his 11th event and his 12th match in the format overall. He has been successful against WWE contracted talent, going 2-1. He’s coming off a defeat to Tavion Heights this past April.

Barnett also revealed Matt Mako will face Ray Jaz on the event, airing live on Triller+.
Current GCW Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport XIV card | Saturday, August 2:

Nattie Neidhart vs. Masha Slamovich
Pete Dunne vs. Jonathan Gresham
Janai Kai vs. Jordan Blade
Timothy Thatcher vs. Slade
Charlie Dempsey vs. Dominic Garrini
Nick Comoroto vs. Simon Gotch
Erik vs. 1 Called Manders
Ivar vs. Royce Isaacs
Matt Mako vs. Ray Jaz